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REST vs GraphQL: Which One Should You Use?

In this video, we explore the key differences between REST and GraphQL, two popular API design approaches. REST, short for Representational State Transfer, uses standard HTTP methods like GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE, making it simple to implement and scale. However, it can suffer from issues like over-fetching or under-fetching of data.

GraphQL, on the other hand, is a query language developed by Facebook that allows clients to request exactly the data they need, reducing unnecessary network requests. While it offers more flexibility and real-time data through subscriptions, it comes with its own complexities and challenges like caching and performance overhead.

Watch as we break down the pros and cons of both REST and GraphQL, and provide real-world examples like Twitter's REST API and GitHub's GraphQL API. By the end of this video, you'll know when to choose REST or GraphQL for your next project!

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